Communion Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Combine flour and salt.
2. 2
   Cut in shortening with a pastry blender or 2 knives.
3. 3
   Sprinkle ice water over mixture, 1 tablespoon at a time, stirring just enough to mix.
4. 4
   Stir into a ball.
5. 5
   Roll out as thinly as possible on a floured surface (1/8-inch thick or less).
6. 6
   Transfer to a cookie sheet.
7. 7
   Use sharp edge of knife to cut into desired size.
8. 8
   Bake at 300° for 15 minutes, then turn oven off and let bread remain in oven until edges begin to brown.
9. 9
   Remove from oven to cool, then separate pieces and store in airtight container.
10. 10
    This recipe makes 600 pieces if cut 1/2 x 1/4 inch.